A Hahira police officer died after a Camaro struck his patrol car on I‑75; Georgia State Patrol is investigating.

New Census data show metro Atlanta's share of adults with bachelor's degrees rose to 42% from 39%.

Princeton’s Eviction Lab logged about 144,003 eviction filings across metro Atlanta in a year, with Black renters disproportionately affected and advocates calling for more rental aid.

A shooting involving an officer in Lawrenceville Thursday drew the GBI to the 600 block of Oaktree Park Court NW as police investigate.

Warm, mostly cloudy Friday with morning showers likely and gusty winds. Isolated strong storms are possible Saturday before a sharp cool-down Sunday into next week.

Marietta is planning a special 250th-anniversary celebration of the Declaration of Independence with a "Let Freedom Ring Parade" on July 4, 2026, inviting local groups to participate. Applications are due by May 31.

Main Street Sports Group filed a WARN to close two Atlanta offices and could lay off up to 74 employees after the Braves ended their local broadcast deal.

The Atlanta City Council approved a zoning change requiring push-button door activators at primary street-facing entrances of new commercial and public buildings to improve accessibility. Advocates say it’s a simple fix with big day-to-day impact.

A 69-year-old man surrendered after an hourslong SWAT standoff on Smith Circle in unincorporated Newnan. Deputies responded after 911 calls said a resident fired at workers nearby.

The historic Hooper‑Renwick School in Lawrenceville has been transformed into a 27,000‑square‑foot themed library and museum that preserves alumni stories alongside library services.

A Gwinnett judge reserved ruling on a new‑trial motion after testimony from Miles Bryant's former trial attorney; the court will wait for the state’s brief.

Chamberlain Street SE in Atlanta will be closed for building maintenance from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on February 23.

An 18-year-old from Georgia was detained at the U.S. Capitol with a loaded shotgun and now faces various charges, including unlawful activities and weapons possession.